Temporary Tax Preparer - BT Prep

Baker Tilly US; Alaska; On-site; USD 25,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US is seeking a Seasonal Tax Preparer for a remote, fixed-term assignment in early 2027. You will prepare individual or fiduciary returns in a paperless environment, focusing on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with tax rules.

The role runs February 1, 2027 to April 15, 2027, with no client-facing duties. It requires attention to detail, adherence to procedures, and the ability to work at least 4 days a week and 30 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Previous tax preparation experience highly preferred.
• High School degree required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to obtain an IRS issued PTIN prior to start date.
• Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time; schedule must span at least 4 days/week with minimum 4 consecutive hours/day)
• Commitment to work early February through early April 2027.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes.
• Solid reading comprehension and ability to interpret tax documentation.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Basic understanding of tax and accounting terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual income tax returns (1040 and/or 1041, with related schedules) with accuracy in a high-volume environment.
• Process client financial data using tax preparation software.
• Apply firm policies, tax regulations, and standardized procedures to deliver high-quality returns.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information.
• Collaborate within a centralized, fully remote team environment while managing productivity goals.
• Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptation during the tax season.
• Identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and note questions internally as needed.
• Maintain organized electronic files and documentation.
• Meet productivity, accuracy, and turnaround expectations during peak filing periods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Critical thinking

IRS PTIN eligibility

Tax terminology

Team collaboration

Education

High School degree

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Tax software

Job description

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Overview

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

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Job Description

Remote | Seasonal February 1, 2027 – April 15, 2027

Join Baker Tilly's Seasonal Tax Preparer team to prepare individual or fiduciary tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) in a fully paperless environment. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational tax knowledge who are eager to deepen their experience in a fast-paced, quality-driven setting. This is a non-client-facing role focused on accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.

Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage IRS-issued confidentiality repetitive workflows accurately, a commitment to learn using reading comprehension skills and critical thinking while following standardized preparation procedures. This position works as part of a team-based process and does not require direct client interaction. This is a Temporary position from February 1, 2027 – April 15, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare individual income tax returns (Form 1040 and/or 1041, along with related schedules) with accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment
• Process client financial data using tax preparation software
• Apply firm policies, tax regulations, and standardized procedures to deliver high-quality returns
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with firm standards
• Collaborate within a centralized, fully remote team environment while managing individual productivity goals
• Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptation throughout the tax season
• Identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information and note questions internally as needed
• Maintain organized electronic files and documentation
• Meet productivity, accuracy, and turnaround expectations during peak filing periods

Qualifications

• Previous tax preparation experience highly preferred
• High School degree required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to obtain an IRS issued PTIN prior to start date
• Availability to work minimum 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM local time; schedule must span at least 4 days/week with minimum 4 consecutive hours/day)
• Commitment to work early February through early April 2027
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
• Solid reading comprehension and ability to interpret tax documentation
• Critical thinking skills
• Basic understanding of tax and accounting terminology

The pay rate range for this job position is $18.00 to $41.00. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.